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Large crowds enjoyed top level cycling action in Scotland on Saturday and Sunday

Thousands of fans have turned out over two days across Scotland to witness some of the world's top cyclists in action.

They were taking part in the Tour of Britain which started in Glasgow on Saturday before heading south to Kirkcudbright and Kelso.

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Fans could get up close with the stars - and their kit - in southern and central Scotland

Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders provided the backdrop to much of the action.

Dylan Groenewegen and Matteo Trentin were the winners of the two stages.

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The Borders and Dumfries and Galloway were the backdrop to much of the action
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Riders set off from Glasgow before heading south
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Spectators lined the route at numerous spots along the way
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The event was graced by good weather across both days
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Cyclists from around the world took part
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Dylan Groenewegen and Matteo Trentin were the winners of the two Scottish stages
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The event - which has now headed into England - concludes in Manchester on Saturday
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The race is reckoned to be worth thousands of pounds to the economy
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Crowds packed Kirkcudbright to get a glimpse of the action
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It was the third time in four years Scotland had hosted the start of the race
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Hosting regions hope the Tour of Britain will help encourage others to visit the area